Luxury holiday cottage with hot tub - beautiful country setting ideal for dog walking, close to the stunning Cardigan coast.

This newly refurbished gorgeous 1904 Edwardian villa with hot tub is tucked away in an oasis of peace making it ideal for a romantic retreat.

Just 2.5 miles from the colourful town of Aberystwyth - there is an abundance of activities to enjoy right from your doorstep.

Picture perfect, charming and uniquely decorated, this stylish luxury holiday cottage provides every comfort for your holiday. The thoughtful owner provides dressing gowns and slippers, toiletries in the bathroom, pure cotton bedding and a beautiful welcome hamper including a bottle of bubbles to toast the start of your holiday.

Enjoy views of the surrounding countryside from the large hot tub in the secluded garden. If you can bare to leave the tranquillity of this gorgeous cottage and hot tub, there are lovely walks straight from the door into the surrounding countryside and along river banks.

Lots of natural light floods into the villa - every room is decorated to a very high standard and those who love colour, design and beautiful furnishings will appreciate the eclectic mix of vintage and modern treasures.

The name "Smolts Brook" is a direct translation from the properties Welsh name - Nantygleisiaid - meaning young salmon under 2 years old.

About The Area

Llanbadarn Fawr – on the outskirts of Aberystwyth

Smolts Brook is located in the pretty village of Llanbadarn Fawr –its a great base for walking and cycling. There are wonderful scenic walks, cycle rides and drives right from your doorstep.

The countryside around Aberystwyth is green and lush and ideal for walking and cycling. Explore the stunning Ceredigion section of the Wales Coast Path, or head inland for countryside, hillside and river walks.

Y Ffarmers

Set in the pretty village of Llanfihangel y Creuddyn, this friendly pub has a great reputation for its warm welcome and good food. The menu is features a wonderful selection of local and seasonal produce – it’s a great place to pop in for a drink or to enjoy a meal and is just a 10 minute drive from Smolts Brook.

Aberystwyth – vibrant university town 5 minute drive away

Sweeping around the curving shore of Cardigan Bay, the historic market town is nestled between three hills and two beaches, and hosts some castle ruins, a pier and a harbour.

Aberystwyth offers an abundance of lovely cafe's, coffee houses and restaurants, catering for all tastes, from locally sourced specialist menus to the more exotic and adventurous palates. The "Medina" cafe comes highly recommended.

Take a stroll along the promenade and you may just spot a dolphin before exploring the many and varied clothing and retail shops.

Ride up to the top of Constitution Hill on the scenic unique funicular cliff railway.

For those with an interest in culture, explore the castle ruins on a guided walking tour of the town.From 'Real Ale' pubs to party venues, Aberystwyth has something for everybody.

Family Fun near Smolts Brook

The whole family can make wonderful creations at Blue Island Ceramics, witness the Magic of Life Butterfly House, go pony trekking with the Rheidol Riding Centre, wonder at the Silver Mountain Experience, explore Bwlch yr Arian Forest, ride on the Aberystwyth Cliff Railway and explore the Ynyslas National Nature Reserve .

Cardigan Bay Beaches – Clarach Bay, Borth, Ynyslas

Clarach Bay is the next bay north from Aberystwyth, just the other side of Constitution Hill. You can enjoy a very pleasant cliff-edge walk from Aberystwyth to Clarach Bay. Starting at the end of the Promenade, make your way to the top of Constitution Hill, then simply follow the well-worn path along the hillside.

Borth has a long sand and shingle beach - popular with families and surfers all year round.

Ynyslas with views inland and across the estuary to Aberdyfi is a great spot for walking or relaxing with waymarked boardwalks, trails through the dunes and a Visitor Centre open from Easter till September - lots of information about the plants and wildlife of the area.

Hinterland

Fans of the BBC drama series "Hinterland" will revel in exploring the filming locations. The gripping Nordic-noir TV detective drama series is set in Aberystwyth against the backdrop of the Cambrian Mountains and has been immensely popular with TV audiences.

Twm’s Treks offers a choice of 8 guided walks based on this compelling TV series, taking you from the stunning coastline of Ceredigion up to the rural Cambrian Mountains visiting various filming locations, you will certainly be wowed as well as entertained along the way!

Devils Bridge – 15 minutes drive away

Devils Bridge is famous for its waterfalls and three stacked bridges. In Welsh, it is known as Pontarfynach - 'The bridge over the Mynach river'.

According to legend, the lowest bridge was built by the Devil himself to let a local woman rescue her cow which had somehow got to the other side of the gorge. Expecting the woman to walk across to get it, his one condition was that he received the soul of the first living creature to cross the bridge. However, he was tricked by the lady who got her pet dog to run across first - thus leaving the Devil with a soul of a dog!

Devil's Bridge is also the terminus of the Vale of Rheiddol steam Railway which carries visitors through the Rheidol Valley from Aberystwyth.

Cambrian Coast Railway

The Cambrian Coast Railway consists of two branches from Machynlleth to Aberystwyth and Pwllheli. Hugging the coastline, the line offers spectacular views and interesting places to see, making it a cheap but interesting day out.

Hop aboard to visit towns and villages all the way up the Gwynedd coast, explore the area's many steam railways, or just tour up and down enjoying the scenery.

Dolphin Spotting Boat Trips

The elegant harbour town of Aberaeron is a scenic 30 minute drive away where guests can enjoy thrilling Seamor Wild Dolphin Tours around Cardigan Bay. For further information phone 07795 242445.

Bwlch Nant Yr Arian Kite Feeding & Visitor Centre

This is a very large woodland site with a whole host of activities including walks, cycle trails and red kite feeding with a shop and information centre.

Hafod Estate

The Hafod Estate was an essential destination for the early tourist in Wales. Visitors can follow various different way marked walks, including the Gentleman's Walk, The Bridge Walk, The Bedford Monument Walk or The Ystwyth Gorge Walk. A fabulous place to explore all year round.

Strata Florida (Vale of Flowers)

An on-site Visitor Centre hosts a small exhibition on Strata Florida's history. It can also supply details of three heritage trails exploring nearby woodland, the Abbey's former horse farm and Tregaron Bog.

Located in a tranquil and picturesque valley, Strata Florida Abbey is one of Wales' most significant ancient sites.

Property Layout

3 Bedrooms sleeping a maximum of 5.2 Doubles
and 1 Single all on 1st floor, with complimentary
toiletries.

Well I first spoke to Tanya a week prior to my visit, when she called to ask whether or not to decorate the house for Christmas. This was a lovely touch, Tanya was so accommodating and checked the booking and ensure we had a high chair & cot. We received a message to say 'Smolts Brook' was ready for us, which was very personal making it more exciting. The house is beautiful and has all the mod cons for an easy relaxing & comfortable stay. The Hot Tub & shower are my favourite bits but it was all lovely. We were always able to contact Tanya if we needed anything. Lovely visits to the beach near Borth & of course the Aberystwyth Promenade. Thanks again for a lovely Christmasy cosy break.

The Berry - Brace & Radcliffes

We have just returned home after spending a very relaxing week at Smolts Brook. The house is extremely well equipped and very comfortable - and a credit to Tanya the owner. We spent many hours relaxing in the hot tub....it was amazing:)....and we slept like logs! Thank you to Tanya for sharing her lovely home - we will definitely return in the near future.
For good food and ambience: try the Y Ffarmers at Llanfihangel y Creuddyn - it's well worth a visit.

Andrew & Carolyn, Cornwall

Smolts Brook or the more traditionally named Nantygleisiaid, which is the name at the entrance and unpronounceable to the average English tongue, is a little hidden gem tucked away neatly but accessibly into the Welsh countryside, completely private from the sight and sound of the surrounding world, with its own garden in which resides a new and well maintained ‘hot tub’. Open only to the sound of birdsong and the occasional narrow gauge train of the nearby Vale of Rheidol Railway, with its melodious clatter and haunting steam whistle, beckoning the listener to an earlier age. As, indeed, does the rest of the cottage, which has been thoughtfully and ingeniously decorated by the owner with an eclectic mix of old, new, industrial, ethnic (Welsh), homemade and recycled!
We particularly liked the fact that we were contacted by the owner (Tanya), who lives nearby, before and during our stay and who was very attentive to our needs, made us feel very welcome and who obviously wanted us to enjoy what had, until recently, been her home.
We found that the cottage “grew” on us over time and we were really sorry to leave when our time came – like saying goodbye to an old friend! Would we come again – YES. What more can be said.

Malcolm & Sandra

What an amazing house! We both really really enjoyed staying here. We felt at home straight away – the rooms are all so cosy.
The décor in our bedroom was nice and calming and I slept like a baby all week!
Kitchen is nice and clean and equipped with a fab selection of utensils and crockery for any kind of cooking and baking. What a lovely welcome with the hamper and flowers – waffles are my favourite!
The hot tub – love, love, love it – definitely one of the best features of the house. Really nice to have the privacy when in the tub. The lovely garden at the front of the house is very private and it’s good to have the washing line in the back garden.
The house has been decorated with quirky features around which make it very unique and stylish, and the curtains in every room are stunning. It is ideal for any weather and every season.
Thank you so much for a lovely week, it has been a break from reality which we both needed. I’m gutted to be leaving!

Catrin and Gwyn

We've all had a fab time at Smolts cottage. Very comfy and welcoming. Lots of coastal walks and beaches to explore. Plenty to do and visit. We loved the bird song and the hoot from the steam train also. We would recommend to anyone. All the thoughtful goodies which Tanya left for us were much appreciated as was the sublime hot tub. Thanks indeed.

Suzanne, Gary and 'Lena', Cheshire

A fantastic holiday cottage in a lovely location that was well equipped. Our toddler twins loved the secluded garden, and we loved the fact that it was safe and secure. Hot tub is a brilliant add on in such a secluded location. Everything that a family of four could need for a relaxing holiday. With an owner, Tanya, happy to make us welcome and to accommodate our needs – we can’t thank you enough. I would highly recommend this cottage to anybody . Will come again!

Rich, Rach, Abby & Izzy, Stafford

A wonderful week in a charming cottage full of character. Tanya has thought of everything in terms of amenities and the decor is comfortable and stylish with some gorgeous quirky lighting. We felt at home as soon as we walked through the door. We all loved the hot tub, which is a great addition to the cottage. It's a definite 'recommend' from us.

Sarah, Darren, Issie & Ella

Property Layout

3 Bedrooms sleeping a maximum of 5.2 Doubles
and 1 Single all on 1st floor, with complimentary
toiletries.